We can help you every step of the way, from the initial idea to the
final printed edition of your book. Or, if you already have a document prepared and are
looking for someone to get it into print for you, we can help. We check with you
throughout the process of working on your book, so you can see and approve the progress
being made.

The services offered in preparing books for publication are:

Entry work. If your book is hand-written or typed, we
can enter it into the computer so that it can be worked with in preparation for printing.
If you want to do the entry work, you can place your book on a disc for us, and we will
transfer it into book format for you.

Layout work. Layout includes determining the dimensions
(height and width), the way the text will look on the page (font, size, margins, etc.),
page headings, insertion of photos or other graphics, chapter headings, Table of Contents,
Index, and so on.

Cover Design. We can design a cover which will be
attractive and will reflect the subject matter of your book.

Writing. If you need help with the actual writing of
your manuscript, we can help you. We can offer suggestions, or actually write portions for
you.

Editing. We offer a complete editing of the text, or a
light editing, where only major problems are dealt with. If the author of the text is
skilled in writing, it is likely that only a light edit would be necessary. Otherwise, a
full edit is suggested. (See Editing)

Proofing. There are two levels of proofing: text and
layout. 1) The text proofing includes a careful reading of the entire text, as well as a
computer spellcheck. In addition to spelling, we look for inconsistencies in wording and
phrasing. 2) The layout proof checks margins, headings, page numbers, placement of photos
and graphics, etc.

Printing / Binding. Hard or soft cover. Full color or
black ink. Your choice of paper, etc. We also help get your book reprinted, if needed.

Many businesses, organizations and churches publish a newsletter for
their clients or members. The newsletter may be produced monthly, quarterly, or
bi-annually. We offer two services here: 1) preparation and printing of the newsletter,
and 2) training your staff to produce part of all of the newsletter in-house.

1) Newsletter Preparation includes:

Designing layout, cover banner, etc. If you already have an established
newsletter, we can work with existing layout design and logos to improve the overall
appearance and readability.

Organizing all text and articles submitted by the client.

Inserting graphics where appropriate, and placing photos submitted by
client.

Teaching your newsletter editor or staff how to set up a design layout,
how to create an attractive appearance, how to make the newsletter readable, how to edit
and proof.

Computer training (PC): how to use computer programs to lay out the
newsletter, add graphics and photos, spellcheck, prepare the document for printing. (Tech support is available for all computer training).